airtime
noun C1
Plain meaning
time given to a subject or advertisement on radio or television
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means time given to a subject or advertisement on radio or television, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned airtime as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines airtime in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear airtimeevidence of airtimewidespread airtime
Watch out
Do not use “airtime” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.